How can I access Microsoft file server network shares on a computer that is not connected to Active Directory?

Summary

Explains how to access MS file server network shares from any computer.

1. Launch your Windows Explorer and type in the following address in the address bar, then push Enter:

\\uwdfs.uwinad.uwindsor.ca\shares

2. When asked to provide user name and password, please use the following

Login: UWINAD\<your_userid>

Password: <your_AD_password>

NOTE: Your entry must exist in Active Directory for this to work.

3. Upon successful authentication, a list of network shares on AD File Server will be displayed:

Article ID: 9330

Created

Fri 10/30/15 3:17 PM

Modified

Fri 3/31/23 11:24 AM